Myers Woodshop Blog

Carveco Maker CNC software
Unleashing Your CNC Creativity: The Power of CARVECO Software with Onefinity, Shapeoko, and X-Carve
In the exciting world of CNC machining, hobbyists are constantly seeking ways to elevate their craft. Read more...
Onefinity CNC pen, pencil, and marker holder
Draw with your Onefinity CNC!
Your Onefinity CNC isn't just for cutting wood! With a laser you can engrave, but with this tool, you can turn it into a drawing machine! Read more...
Myers Woodshop CNC Wasteboard MEGA Pack
Myers Woodshop Wasteboard V1 MEGA Pack now available!
Every file in one place. Every size wasteboard, every size fence, every size flattening, every clamp. Read more...
Ultimate CNC enclosure build
Ultimate CNC Enclosure Build
Ever wanted to make an enclosure for your CNC machine? Follow along with my ultimate CNC enclosure build video! Read more...
Wooden sign project using CA glue in the shop
Uses for CA Glue In The Shop.
I use a CA glue a lot in my woodshop. It has many applications with so much of my things I use. Read more...
Topographical map carved on a CNC
How to create a Topographical Map On a CNC
Ever wanted to make a topographical map out of wood? I made one, and I created a video that walks you through exactly how to do it step by step. Read more...
Onefinity vs Shapeoko CNC
Onefinity vs. Shapeoko CNC [2022]: Which One Should You Buy?
Upfront Disclosure. Onefinity AND Shapeoko sent me their machines, FOR FREE. Shapeoko asked that I show of their machine when I used it, Onefinity asked that I beta test the... Read more...
JTech 7W laser head
Jtech 7w Lightburn Library
Do you have a 7w Jtech laser and are using Lightburn with it? This is a premade library of cutting speeds and power for various woods, plastics, and other materials. Read more...
Onefinity CNC touch probe holder
Onefinity CNC Touch Probe Holder
Just like when I used the Shapeoko, the Onefinity CNC supports touch probes.  Onefinity sells their own branded 3 axis touch probe that will zero x, y, and z.  Of... Read more...
Onefinity router cable and vacuum hose boom
Onefinity Router Cable Vacuum Hose Boom
If you've watched me beta test the Onefinity CNC Woodworker over the last 6 months you've probably asked yourself, what are you going to do with the router cable?  It... Read more...
Onefinity CNC logo
You Bought A CNC, Now What?
You did it! You just purchased A CNC. If this is your second (or 3rd or 4th :P ) CNC than you know what your getting into! Read more...
Onefinity CNC specifications image
The All New Onefinity CNC Machine
I'm happy to say I have the Onefinity CNC in my shop! Made by the people behind Suck It dust boot, it's an all axis ball screw machine in a... Read more...
Introducing the Onefinity CNC machine
Introducing the Onefinity CNC Machine.
You guys know me for my work with the Shapeoko 3. It's been a good machine but with some caveats. Read more...
Bear Hunt design file for CNC, laser, 3D printer, and paper printer
Bear Hunt Design File, FREE Download, for Children during Corona Virus. For Laser, CNC, 3D Printer and Paper Printer.
With all the crazyiness going on in the world during the corona virus, covid-19, I love the fact that people are hiding bears around their homes for children to 'hunt'... Read more...
DeWalt DWP611 compact router
Changing brushes on DeWalt DPW 611 compact router
Changing brushes on DeWalt DPW  611 compact routerWhen your router won’t turn on, nine times out of ten, it’s because your brushes need changing! Here’s how to fix this problem... Read more...
Shapeoko CNC touch probe setup and use
CNC Carbide 3D Shapeoko Touch Probe For 1/2 The Price
The Touch Probe allows you to quickly identify job zero (X, Y, and Z) by running the probing feature found in Carbide Motion.   The touch probe from Carbide 3D... Read more...
Configure LightBurn for a JTech laser and hobby CNC
How To Configure Lightburn Software For Your JTech Laser And Hobby CNC Machine
In this video I walk you through configuring a GRBL based hobby CNC for use with a J Tech Laser and Lightburn software. Read more...
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics Part 4 video
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics - Part 4: Multiple Toolpaths And V Bit Video
Part 4 of the series, I used some advanced features to design a wooden sign.  I walk you through how to cut out multiple tool paths with endmills and v... Read more...
Remote control and monitoring for a CNC machine
Remotly View Your CNC With This Camera And WiFi Outlet
When I have a long carve on my CNC or 3D Printer, I like to remotely monitor it to make sure everything is going smoothly. Read more...
CNC wasteboard fence for consistent X and Y zero
Create A Fence For Your CNC Wasteboard. (File And How To Video Included!)
When you want a consistant X and Y zero point the best way to do that on the CNC is by using a fence. Read more...
Wireless remote for CNC control
How To Control Your CNC With A Wireless Remote
Ever wanted to control your CNC when your not in front of your computer. Here's one simple solution that's less than $20 and takes zero programming knowledge. Read more...
Convert Carbide Create C2D files to SVG
How To Convert .c2d (Carbide Create) Files To .svg
I usually design all my things in Vetric. Sometimes, I design in Carbide Create. Read more...
CNC L-shaped wasteboard clamps
How To Clamp Material To Your Wasteboard. (Including The New L Shaped Clamp Bracket File)
I decided to create another clamping option to assist in holding down material. I came up with these L shaped brackets. Read more...
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics Part 3 advanced design video
Carbide Create Shapeoko Basics - Part 3: Advanced Design - Now On Youtube
Part 3 of the series, I used some advanced features to design a wooden sign. I go over using multiple bits and toolpaths, importing vectors, offset vectors, v carving, aligning vectors,... Read more...
Shapeoko 3 feeds and speeds chart
CNC Feeds And Speeds. A Starting Point.
Feeds and speeds. The constant question that will never die. It's hard to answer this in a simple blog post. Don't take this as the end all, be all, but... Read more...
CNC wasteboard flattening file
How To Flatten Your Wasteboard (And Why It's So Important)
So you just installed a new wasteboard or you need to flatten your current one because its carved into way to much. Read more...
Mobile CNC workbench
Mobile CNC Workbench For LESS Than $100!
I needed a mobile workbench for my heavy CNC machine. It's a shop build, so I don't want to spend a lot of time or money on it. Read more...
Myers Woodshop 3D printed touch probe holder for Carbide 3D BitZero V1
Shapeoko 3 Touch Probe Holder
So you just got a Shapeoko touch probe and love it. However, you have no clue where to store it. Unfortunately, when not in use, the touch probe and the... Read more...
CNC cam clamps for a threaded wasteboard
Clamping System For Threaded Wasteboard
Now that you followed my previous blog and created your own threaded waste board, it's time to make some clamps for it. Read more...
Myers Woodshop CNC wasteboard file
Download THE Myers Woodshop Wasteboard For Hobby CNCs.
Many of you have seen my videos of me using my Shapeoko 3 XXL CNC and have seen my custom waste board. Read more...
Recommended CNC end mill bits
My Recommended End Mill Bits For CNC Machines
End Mills. This is a confusing topic for beginners, so I’m going to try to clear it up. There are different kinds of end mills but the most important factors... Read more...
Wooden sign CNC tutorial
Easily Cut A Wooden Sign With Your CNC
Wooden signs are all the rage currently, so we decided we needed to design and create some signs that signified home was where the heart was. Read more...
Using a CNC router and laser to make a step stool
Using A CNC Router And Laser To Make A Step Stool
I needed to create a simple step stool for my grandmother so she could reach the top kitchen cabinets. As my family ages we grow shorter so we have many... Read more...